More than 4,000 unmanned sector professionals will gather from 29 to 30 September 2026 at ExCeL London. Drone X 2026 brings together manufacturers, operators and software providers where the integration of drones into real operations dominates the agenda.
Practical event information
Drone X 2026 takes place on 29 and 30 September 2026 at ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL. Access includes the exhibition area and a content programme distributed across several stages. Ticket options include passes that allow access to conferences and networking areas.
Sectors and types of companies present at Drone X 2026
The show groups commercial players from inspection, surveying and delivery as well as actors from the energy and infrastructure sectors. The range includes companies focused on emergency response and search and rescue applications as well as firms with a focus on defence and dual-use systems. The ecosystem displays hardware and software solutions, OEMs and supply chain providers, with a clear emphasis on automation and BVLOS capabilities.
Program and featured spaces at Drone X 2026
The programme offers more than 50 hours of content spread across dedicated stages. The areas identified in the schedule are Keynote Theatre, Commercial Theatre, Surveillance Theatre and Future of Flight Theatre. There is also a content space called Geeksvana Industry Hub that hosts interviews and conversations with industry leaders.
The event includes 150 seminars and a networking reception after the first day designed to continue conversations between exhibitors, VIP pass holders and other professionals.
Key figures to help gauge commercial presence
- More than 4,000 registered professionals
- 300 exhibitors on the floor
- 150 seminars scheduled
- 50 hours of content
These figures help measure the potential reach of contacts and design a meeting agenda with clear objectives.
Practical tips for prospecting at Drone X 2026
Plan concrete meetings using the 2026 Exhibitor List on the website to prioritize target companies and assign time slots. Use the DroneX Connect area for quick meetings and prepare a 90-second pitch that summarizes your value proposition for each vertical: inspection, delivery, emergency response or AAM. Identify sessions in the Commercial Theatre and the Future of Flight Theatre that include real cases; those sessions facilitate deeper technical conversations with potential buyers.
If your goal is international business, prioritize OEM exhibitors and supply chain providers listed on the website and reserve space for technical demonstrations. Take advantage of the networking reception on the first day for less formal contacts that can lead to technical meetings the following day.
Closing and official link
Drone X 2026 offers a broad snapshot of the unmanned systems market and a programme that mixes operational strategies with technical innovation. Book your pass and consult the exhibitor list and floorplan on the official website https://www.dronexpo.co.uk to prepare an agenda that maximizes the value of your two days at ExCeL London.
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